China’s latest military exercises in the East China Sea represent more than just routine drills ~ they are a direct message to Taiwan and the broader international community. With an increasing display of military might, precision strikes on simulated targets, and an emphasis on control over vital infrastructure, China is signalling its intent to pressure Taiwan into submission. The stakes of this military posturing extend far beyond the Taiwan Strait; they touch upon global security, regional stability, and the delicate balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.

For years, China has sought to assert its claim over Taiwan, branding the island’s democratically elected leaders as separatists and rejecting any notion of Taiwanese sovereignty. The recent military exercises, involving warships, aircraft, and advanced weaponry, are a calculated effort to intimidate Taiwan and remind its allies of Beijing’s........

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